Service Details
Services celebrating Steve’s life will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at 6:00 pm. Military honors will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Tuesday from 4-6 pm. Private interment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Hwy 32.
Memorial Suggestions
Memorials to Hospice Alliance have been suggested – for the compassionate care & support given in Steve’s time of need.
Racine – Steven Richard LaCanne, age 70, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, July 4, 2022.
Steven was born in Racine to Richard and Genevieve (nee: Merriman) LaCanne. A 1971 graduate from JI Case High School, he went to faithfully serve our country with the United States Army in the Vietnam War. Steve was employed by JI Case Corporation for over 34 years. On February 22, 2003 he was united in marriage with Annette “Anne” (nee: Thill). Among his interests, Steve was a Great Lakes drag car racer; enjoyed fishing & hunting; and was an extreme NASCAR fan.
Surviving are his loving wife, Anne; children, Daniel (Jennifer Barrett) LaCanne, Geoffrey LaCanne, Candice (Adam) Gavran, and Steven (Leesa) LaCanne II; step-daughters, Lindsey (Daniel) Boehne and Kristi Blaschke; mother, Genevieve LaCanne; 16 grandchildren; brother, Michael LaCanne; brothers-in-law, John (Crystal) Thill and Eric (Renee) Thill; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Steve was preceded in death by his father, Richard LaCanne; brother, Dennis LaCanne; and by Anne’s parents, Frank and Eleanor Thill.
Services celebrating Steve’s life will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at 6:00 pm. Military honors will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Tuesday from 4-6 pm. Private interment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Hwy 32. Memorials to Hospice Alliance have been suggested – for the compassionate care & support given in Steve’s time of need.
John & Barb Mendez says
Our condolences for the entire family. Steve was such a nice guy with a Big Heart. It was nice to work with him. He will be deeply missed. 💕
Jim 'DOC' Poplawski says
Deepest Sympathy on your loss.
Jim ‘DOC’ Poplawski, Chairman, UAW Local 180 Retirees
Jesse Thill says
Praying that you find peace during this difficult time. He was a wonderful man. Sending our love.
Toni Buhler says
Geoff, Dom & Alyssa – I’m truly sorry for your loss. I hope that the good memories comfort you at this time.